When Gino Umani Ronchi sold his farm to Massimo Bernetti in the early 1960s, he put it in good hands. Massimo transformed the mixed-agriculture property into a vineyard in the heart of the Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi zone, and expanded it with an eye on the export market. In addition to making more wine, Massimo also made the denomination’s first official single vineyard Verdicchio in 1983, the Casal di Serra. In the 1990s his son Michele took over running the company, and they brought on Giacomo Tachis, who created the modern Super Tuscan, to consult. This charming Verdicchio offers all the classic notes of great Verdicchio at an unbeatable price. Aromas of white pepper, limes, green apples and snap peas lead into a pure yellow palate of lemons and yellow apples and salty minerality. Five months on the lees in steel tanks gives this charming wine a lightly creamy texture that leaves the palate refreshed after every sip. A charming white that begs for a classic roasted chicken, but Verdicchio’s signature is versatility, so you have a lot of choices.